UFC Vegas 115 Preview Show: Is this the worst UFC event of all time?

MMA Fighting1h 2mApril 3, 2026

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The hosts of the MMA Fighting podcast dive into a scathing yet humorous preview of UFC Vegas 115, questioning whether it might be the worst UFC event of all time. They open with a lighthearted tone, acknowledging the card's lack of star power and depth, citing multiple weight misses, long absences from top fighters, and a roster of under-the-radar matchups. The main event between Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan draws particular scrutiny due to their shared training at American Top Team and the potential for a lack of intensity, though both hosts express cautious optimism that it could still deliver a competitive fight. The co-main event between Vienna Zajiroba and Tabitha Ricci is praised as the only truly compelling matchup, featuring two ranked women in a high-stakes, though not title-impacting, bout. The hosts highlight the absurdity of the undercard, particularly the Lando Venata vs. Darius Flowers fight, which they call possibly the worst in modern UFC history, and express fascination with the potential for a chaotic, low-level brawl between Elise Pereira and Haley Cowan. Despite the card's flaws, they encourage fans to tune in for the entertainment value of watching history in the making — or breaking.

Key Takeaways
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UFC Vegas 115 is widely considered one of the weakest cards in recent memory due to weight misses, long absences, and lack of top-tier talent.

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The main event between Moicano and Duncan is a high-stakes clash between a fading veteran and a hungry up-and-comer, but their training partnership raises concerns about fight intensity.

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The co-main event between Zajiroba and Ricci is the only truly compelling fight on the card, offering a rare showcase of ranked women in a meaningful matchup.

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The Lando Venata vs. Darius Flowers fight is labeled as possibly the worst in modern UFC history, with both fighters long inactive and unimpressive on paper.

5

The Elise Pereira vs. Haley Cowan fight is a must-watch for its potential to be a chaotic, low-level brawl — a spectacle of mediocrity that fans should tune in to witness.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Welcome & The Worst UFC Event of All Time?

Is this the worst UFC event of all time, AK? Of all time?

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10:00
10 min

Card Analysis: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

The hosts compare Vegas 115 to past weak cards like UFC Vegas 95, 104, and 107, arguing that while this card is poor, it may not be the absolute worst. They highlight the lack of star power, long absences, and questionable matchmaking across the 13-fight card.

20:00
15 min

Main Event Breakdown: Moicano vs. Duncan

I think both guys are going to take this seriously. I think both guys know what's on the line.

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35:00
15 min

Co-Main Event: Zajiroba vs. Ricci – The Only Real Fight

This is a very good fight. It's a fight that makes sense.

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50:00
10 min

The Undercard: From Squash Matches to the Worst Fight Ever

This is truly possibly the worst fight the UFC has put on in the modern era.

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High-Impact Quotes
This is truly possibly the worst fight the UFC has put on in the modern era.
AK35:43
Viral: 90.0
Is this the worst UFC event of all time, AK? Of all time?
Jed Machine4:50
Viral: 85.0
I'm sitting on my butt criticizing fights and criticizing fighters. I want these women to step up and just like silence me.
Jed Machine38:40
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

Jed MachineAK
Topics Discussed
UFC Event Quality95%Undercard Critique90%Main Event Analysis85%Co-Main Event Breakdown80%Fighter Longevity and Legacy70%UFC Scheduling and Promotions60%Fan Engagement and Community55%Nostalgia and Pop Culture50%
People & Brands

UFC Vegas 115

other

25xNegative

Jed Machine

person

15xPositive

AK

person

14xPositive

Renato Moicano

person

12xNeutral

Chris Duncan

person

11xNeutral

Tabitha Ricci

person

9xPositive

Vienna Zajiroba

person

9xPositive

MMA Fighting

organization

8xPositive

Lando Venata

person

6xNegative

Darius Flowers

person

6xNegative

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